DAVID DA COSTA - PROFESSIONAL SCOUTING DASHBOARD¶

Portland Timbers #10 | Left Midfielder | Age 26¶

Four-Pillar Evaluation: Technical | Physical | Tactical | Psychological¶


Report Date: January 29, 2026
Matches Analyzed: 25
Data Source: MLS 2025 Season
Analyst: Jacob Farrington

  • Primary_Position: Left Midfielder
  • Secondary_Positions: LW, CAM, RM, RW
  • Age: 26
  • Height_CM: 178
  • Weight_KG: 72
  • Nationality: Portuguese
  • Preferred_Foot: Right
  • Contract_Expires: 2026-12-31
  • Market_Value_USD: 5000000
  • Previous_Club: FC Porto B

KEY METRICS:¶

Overall Rating: 7.3/10¶

Technical: 7.1/10¶

Physical: 7.2/10¶

Tactical: 7.3/10¶

Psychological: 7.6/10¶


PAGE 1: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY¶

Overview Dashboard with Key Ratings¶

RECOMMENDATION: BUY¶

Market Value: $5,000,000¶

Risk Level: LOW¶

Best Fit: Possession-based teams needing creative width¶


PAGE 2: TECHNICAL EVALUATION¶

Rating: 7.5/10¶

Analysis of passing, shooting, dribbling, and ball control¶

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS - DAVID DA COSTA - RATING: 7.1/10¶

STRENGTHS:¶

  • Elite passer: 85.6% accuracy (MLS avg: 78%)
  • Good dribbler: 66.3% success rate
  • Creative: 2.3 key passes per 90
  • Quality first touch: 7.3/10 rating

WEAKNESSES:¶

  • Limited goalscorer: 0.15 per 90
  • Shot accuracy needs improvement: 42.8%
  • Underperforms xG slightly

VERDICT:¶

  • Strong technical foundation. Best asset is passing range and creativity. Needs to improve finishing to reach elite level.

PAGE 3: PHYSICAL EVALUATION¶

Rating: 7.0/10¶

Analysis of endurance, speed, strength, and duels¶

PHYSICAL ANALYSIS - DAVID DA COSTA - RATING: 7.2/10¶

STRENGTHS:¶

  • Excellent endurance: 10.52 km per 90
  • High work rate: 54.6 HI runs per 90
  • Maintains performance in 2nd half (positive stamina indicator)
  • Good acceleration: 7.5/10 rating

WEAKNESSES:¶

  • Weak aerially: 35.6% success (MLS avg: 42%)
  • Can be out-muscled: 6.0/10 strength
  • Average ground duel success: 52.2%

VERDICT:¶

  • Good athlete with standout endurance. Covers ground well and maintains intensity. Physical presence is a weakness - can be dominated by stronger opponents.

PAGE 4: TACTICAL EVALUATION¶

Rating: 6.8/10¶

Analysis of positioning, decision-making, and tactical intelligence¶

TACTICAL ANALYSIS - DAVID DA COSTA - RATING: 7.3/10¶

STRENGTHS:¶

  • Versatile - effective in 5 positions
  • Good positioning awareness: 6.7/10
  • High work rate defensively: 7.0/10
  • Makes intelligent off-ball runs

WEAKNESSES:¶

  • Decision-making can improve: 7.0/10
  • Limited defensive output: 0.74 tackles/90
  • Pressing could be more effective: 32.7%

VERDICT:¶

  • Tactically sound player who understands his role. Best in LM/LW positions. Needs to improve defensive contribution and decision-making in final third.

PAGE 5: PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION¶

Rating: 7.5/10¶

Analysis of consistency, discipline, confidence, and mental strength¶

PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS - DAVID DA COSTA - RATING: 7.6/10¶

STRENGTHS:¶

  • Excellent discipline: 7.3/10 rating
  • Consistent performer: 7.3/10 avg
  • Handles pressure well: 7.1/10
  • Strong composure: 7.6/10
  • Growing confidence: -0.017 increase per match

WEAKNESSES:¶

  • Performance variance needs reduction
  • Occasional frustration when losing
  • Mental fatigue visible late season

VERDICT:¶

  • Mentally strong player with professional attitude. Excellent disciplinary record. Consistency is good but can improve. Handles big games well. Confidence growing - positive trajectory.

PAGE 6: MATCH-BY-MATCH BREAKDOWN¶


PAGE 7: FINAL RECOMMENDATION¶

Overall verdict and transfer recommendation¶

OVERALL RATING: 7.3/10¶

RECOMMENDATION: BUY¶

PLAYER PROFILE¶

Creative midfielder with excellent passing and work rate.¶

Versatile across multiple positions in attacking midfield.¶

BEST FIT¶

  • Possession-based teams (60%+ possession)
  • Systems: 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1 (wide player)
  • Teams needing creative ball progression
  • Mid-table to upper-mid-table clubs

MARKET VALUE¶

  • Current Valuation: $5,000,000
  • Fair Range: $4M - $6M
  • Recommended Offer: $4.5M - $5.5M

RISK ASSESSMENT¶

  • Age Risk: LOW (26, entering prime)
  • Injury Risk: LOW (good history)
  • Adaptation Risk: LOW (proven in MLS)
  • Overall Risk: LOW

STRENGTHS SUMMARY¶

  • Elite passer (85.6% accuracy)
  • Excellent discipline (1 yellow in 25 games)
  • High work rate (10.52 km per 90)
  • Versatile positioning
  • Consistent performer (7.3/10 avg)

WEAKNESSES SUMMARY¶

  • Limited goalscorer (0.15 per 90)
  • Weak aerially (35.6% success)
  • Can be out-muscled physically
  • Decision-making needs refinement

FINAL VERDICT¶

Quality MLS-level creative midfielder who excels in ball progression and link-up play. Best utilized in possession-dominant systems where technical quality is prioritized over physicality. Age 26 suggests room for growth.

At $5M valuation, represents good value for teams seeking reliable creativity from wide areas or central midfield. Low risk profile due to proven MLS experience.

APPROVED FOR RECRUITMENT¶

Report compiled by: Jacob Farrington Date: January 29, 2026
Contact: jtsfarrington@gmail.com